London Borough of Redbridge, Director of Modernisation and Delivery

Salary: Competitive

Shape the Future of a Thriving London Borough

Redbridge is one of the fastest growing and most diverse boroughs in the country. A place with a growing population and with a demand for services increasing, we are committed to ensuring Redbridge remains a fantastic place to live, work, and play. This is an exciting time to join us as we deliver a bold vision, underpinned by our values of Collaboration, Honesty, Excellence and Fairness.

We are now seeking an exceptional Director of Modernisation & Delivery to lead a wide-ranging programme of transformation and organisational development. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive and working as a key member of our Leadership Team, you will:

• Drive innovative service redesign to ensure we are modern, efficient, and customer focused.
• Lead our organisational development agenda, supporting and empowering a highly committed workforce.
• Oversee major change programmes, ensuring delivery is on time, on budget, and delivers tangible benefits for our residents.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and openness across the Council.
• Build strong internal and external partnerships that help us maximise the borough’s talent and assets.
• This is a pivotal leadership role that will help shape how Redbridge transforms its services today and, in the years, to come.

About you

You will possess an ability to lead and deliver a programme of transformational and cultural change and drive and oversee our operational delivery at pace with:

·        Personal credibility to inspire colleagues, members, partners and the community.

·        Be an innovative, values-driven leader with a proven track record in delivering organisational, transformation and cultural change and programme management.

·        An understanding of local government gained in delivering or supporting public services and/or change

·        A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to customer service and equality.

·        Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact.

Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for all Redbridge’s communities.

For further information please visit: https://www.redbridgenextlevel.co.uk/

Closing date for applications: Friday 26^th September 2025

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Kelly Ridley on 07709 512415 or email: kelly.ridley@penna.com

Pete John on 07701 305617 or email: pete.john@penna.com

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